38 pages • 1 hour read
Darcie Little BadgerA Snake Falls to Earth
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
A Snake Falls to Earth follows Nina, a Lipan Apache girl in Texas, and Oli, a cottonmouth shapeshifter from the magical Reflecting World. Their paths intersect as Nina discovers her family's ties to the Reflecting World, and Oli seeks help from Earth to save an endangered species. Together, they face challenges that test their resilience and uncover the powers of kinship and land. The book references colonialism and the genocide of Indigenous Americans.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Darcie Little Badger's A Snake Falls to Earth intertwines Lipan Apache storytelling with speculative fiction, offering readers a vibrant, culturally rich narrative. Praised for its imaginative plot and profound connection to indigenous traditions, it captivates both young and mature audiences. Some readers found the pacing uneven, but the compelling characters and unique voice make it a noteworthy read.
Who Should Read A Snake Falls to Earth?
Readers who appreciate A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger likely enjoy young adult fantasy with rich cultural storytelling, environmental themes, and indigenous perspectives. Similar to fans of The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline and The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh, they savor diverse mythological threads and strong character development.